Upgrading from a 370 to a Lexus IS-F

butdamnbrian · 12-04-2010, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

There was an ISF running 11.7s at the 1/4 last month. I have no idea what he had done, though. Exhaust was stock, I know that!

don't be fooled! ISF stock tips are built into the bumper, so most upgraded ISF exhausts looks the same as stock unless you can see under the car!

Waiz · 12-04-2010, 12:11 PM

^Yeah I noticed that on a demo car for SEMA a few years ago, not cool.

OP it's two completely different cars, you choose whats best for you.

I would keep the Z and wait a few years as the price of those IS-F's will inevitably keep dropping.

wafflesarefun · 12-04-2010, 04:01 PM

meh, i've always preferred sports cars over luxury cars with beefed up performance. but maybe it's because i'm young xD.

Blue370tt · 12-04-2010, 04:08 PM

Its a down grade not an upgrade.

PR370z · 12-04-2010, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ProfessorDave

Good list. I agree with the order. Sounds like the OP is looking at the IS-F because of the deal mainly.

What's the resale value of a Z in PR? Sounds like prices are crazy there. I guess because the car carriers have to go underwater to get there.

Cars get here on big cargo ships

A new 370 here(sport+ touring) its around 47K to 50k. I got mine used (with
3k miles and 5 months of usage for 39,500. I think I can still sell it for 40k, it only has 6k miles.

I saw the is-f today, its in clean condition and I drove it. I have one day to think about it (tomorrow) and decide. The thing is my Z is extra clean (nothing on the paint or wheels). This other car has 25K DD miles (some door dings and scratched wheels) but not bad overall. Its not going to be a easy decision for me.

Joseph B · 12-04-2010, 04:37 PM

These are two totally different cars. If you want a four door sedan with a big motor get the lexus. Also has luxury. If you want a sporty two seater thats sexy as hell, keep the Z. You need the back seat, got some youngin's comin soon?

PR370z · 12-04-2010, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Joseph B

These are two totally different cars. If you want a four door sedan with a big motor get the lexus. Also has luxury. If you want a sporty two seater thats sexy as hell, keep the Z. You need the back seat, got some youngin's comin soon?

The back seat would be nice for my dog

Joseph B · 12-04-2010, 04:44 PM

There ya go!

Anyway, if you miss the Z enough after you get rid of it just get another one later on like me. It's an endless cycle.

ProfessorDave · 12-04-2010, 06:15 PM

Cars are quite the demanding mistress, aren't they?

Daishi · 12-05-2010, 08:03 AM

I wouldn't do it. With a couple mods your z is as fast if not faster than thr is-f. I knew someone who had one and was always trying to get a race going but he never wanted to. What I can day is I was neck and neck with a c63 amg from a roll.

YellowSpeed · 12-05-2010, 01:21 PM

What did you decided?? I've been looking into these also... as a next car when I become a grown up

I'm in my mid 20's and have no kids yet... But if I had to choose today, my preference would be as follows: 4 door M3, IS-F, Audi RS4, and then the C63.

Anyways good luck with your decision.

ProfessorDave · 12-05-2010, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by YellowSpeed

What did you decided?? I've been looking into these also... as a next car when I become a grown up

I'm in my mid 20's and have no kids yet... But if I had to choose today, my preference would be as follows: 4 door M3, IS-F, Audi RS4, and then the C63.

Anyways good luck with your decision.

All nice cars

Maybe I'll steal your list when I grow up, too! (not sure this is going to happen though...)

CrownR426 · 12-05-2010, 02:56 PM

Great upgrade you should definetly get that if you can.
Though I'd get a M3 if I were upgrading next.

CrownR426 · 12-05-2010, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Daishi

I wouldn't do it. With a couple mods your z is as fast if not faster than thr is-f. I knew someone who had one and was always trying to get a race going but he never wanted to. What I can day is I was neck and neck with a c63 amg from a roll.

What roll was it?
40 roll?
C63 amg should smoke us.

PR370z · 12-05-2010, 03:25 PM

Well guys i have thought about it a LOT, and I think im keeping the Z, the reason being is that i like the is-f but this specific one is not the right deal for me. I have a EXTRA clean Z, its only 1 year old with 6k miles wich I pay 560 a month. To change it for a 2 year old car with 25k DD miles (door dings, scratches, wheel scraches,tires dont match) and pay 700 a month its NOT the right deal. As some of you recommended ill probable get more goodies for my Z and make it faster than a stock is-f.

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PR370z Base Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 108 Drives: 2008 BMW E60 M5 Rep Power: 14	Well guys i have thought about it a LOT, and I think im keeping the Z, the reason being is that i like the is-f but this specific one is not the right deal for me. I have a EXTRA clean Z, its only 1 year old with 6k miles wich I pay 560 a month. To change it for a 2 year old car with 25k DD miles (door dings, scratches, wheel scraches,tires dont match) and pay 700 a month its NOT the right deal. As some of you recommended ill probable get more goodies for my Z and make it faster than a stock is-f. __________________ MODS:293 Whp/ 246 Tq K&N drop ins, ERZ HFC, JIC-Magic Y Pipe, HPS post MAF tubes, Nismo shift knob, 30% tints, JDM rear fog light more to come!

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Waiz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 9,262 Drives: Z33 & GE8 Rep Power: 459	^Yeah I noticed that on a demo car for SEMA a few years ago, not cool. OP it's two completely different cars, you choose whats best for you. I would keep the Z and wait a few years as the price of those IS-F's will inevitably keep dropping.

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wafflesarefun Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: San Francisco Posts: 61 Drives: 09 370z PW 6MT Rep Power: 14	meh, i've always preferred sports cars over luxury cars with beefed up performance. but maybe it's because i'm young xD.

12-04-2010, 04:08 PM	#34 (permalink)
Blue370tt Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 279 Drives: Nissan Juke Rep Power: 14	Its a down grade not an upgrade.

12-04-2010, 04:37 PM	#36 (permalink)
Joseph B Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Woodinville WA Posts: 160 Drives: '10 Nismo 370Z Rep Power: 15	These are two totally different cars. If you want a four door sedan with a big motor get the lexus. Also has luxury. If you want a sporty two seater thats sexy as hell, keep the Z. You need the back seat, got some youngin's comin soon?

12-04-2010, 04:44 PM	#38 (permalink)
Joseph B Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Woodinville WA Posts: 160 Drives: '10 Nismo 370Z Rep Power: 15	There ya go! Anyway, if you miss the Z enough after you get rid of it just get another one later on like me. It's an endless cycle.

12-05-2010, 01:21 PM	#41 (permalink)
YellowSpeed Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 26 Drives: 09 370Z S/T 7AT Rep Power: 14	What did you decided?? I've been looking into these also... as a next car when I become a grown up I'm in my mid 20's and have no kids yet... But if I had to choose today, my preference would be as follows: 4 door M3, IS-F, Audi RS4, and then the C63. Anyways good luck with your decision.